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Charlottesville
Wednesday, December 11th, 2024
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Good morning, Charlottesville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The new owners of Duner's Restaurant are dedicating 15% of sales on specific days to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank to honor the legacy of the late former owner Will Richey. Cville Right Now
- ➤ The Albemarle Housing Improvement Program received a $10,000 grant from the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors to support home repairs for the elderly and disabled. CBS 19 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A psychosexual evaluation might influence the sentencing of Eleanor Hunton Hoppe, a Charlottesville figure facing a significant prison term for child pornography charges. The Daily Progress
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Monticello High School discontinues its National Defense Cadet Corps due to low student participation and insufficient funds. 29 News
- ➤ After its Head Start grant application was not selected for funding, the Monticello Area Community Action Agency plans to proceed with developing an early education program through partnerships and diverse funding sources. Charlottesville Tomorrow
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor JuanDiego Wade and Vice Mayor Brain Pinkston of Charlottesville announce their joint re-election campaign, touting their roles in stabilizing government leadership and implementing desired city projects. Cville Right Now
- ➤ Charlottesville hosts an interactive budget forum, giving residents fake money to allocate as a method to garner public input for the city's budget planning. 29 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Virginia swimmer Gretchen Walsh broke the 50-meter butterfly world record twice in one day at the World Aquatics meet in Budapest, becoming the first woman to swim the event in under 24 seconds. 3WV
- ➤ Two Virginia Football players, Malachi Fields and Jonas Sanker, earned postseason awards and All-ACC team honors, highlighting their exceptional performances despite the team's challenging season. Cville Right Now
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Christmas Celebration with Elvis Presley Tribute
Enjoy an evening of holiday classics and Elvis hits performed by tribute artist Matt Lewis and the Big Ray and the Kool Kats at The Paramount Theater.
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The Wilson Springs Hotel with Holler Choir
The Wilson Springs Hotel will perform alongside Holler Choir at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
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Andrew Marlin Stringband Performance
The Andrew Marlin Stringband will perform live at The Southern Café and Music Hall in Charlottesville.
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Songwriter Showcase Featuring Theocles Herrin
This event features talented performers from weekly open mic nights in a showcase hosted by Theocles Herrin.
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Tuesday Rumba Night Featuring Vincent Zorn at The Bebedero
Experience a night of Rumba music with Vincent Zorn at The Bebedero in Charlottesville.
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Concert by Grammy and Tony Award Winner Leslie Odom Jr.
Leslie Odom Jr., an acclaimed vocalist and actor known for his role in 'Hamilton', will perform at The Paramount Theater showcasing his extensive talents in music and acting.
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Cars & Coffee Gathering in Charlottesville
An eclectic gathering of car enthusiasts featuring a diverse range of vehicles at Barracks Road Shopping Center, held on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month.
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Met Live In HD: Mozart's Fairy Tale
Experience the enchanting broadcast of the Met's acclaimed production of Mozart's fairy tale, featuring a stellar cast and captivating puppetry.
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New Year's Eve Masked Ball at Veritas Vineyards
The event features a decadent five-course wine-paired dinner, dancing, and a midnight toast, all in a black tie setting with masquerade masks.
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The Elovaters Live at The Jefferson Theater
Carter Reeves, former frontman of the hip-hop/pop duo Aer, showcases his new project Surfer Girl, promising a feel-good music experience.
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Park Street Coffee House featuring Billboard Top 40 Hitmaker Dean Friedman
International singer-songwriter Dean Friedman who hit the Billboard Top 40 Pop Charts with memorable songs including Ariel, Lucky Stars, and Lydia is including Charlottesville's Park Street Coffee House on his 2025 US/UK tour. Get your tickets now before this show sells out!
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